Obama Declares State of Emergency in Louisiana
Wants to avoid his own Katrina fiasco
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Gay Republicans -- So What's Up with Them?
Despite unfriendly platform, they see changes in party.
Ryan Slams Obama on Debt
Plans to highlight contrasts between Romney and Obama at convention, such that they are.
Oil, Soft Drink Companies Fund Calif. Tax Prop. to Avoid Becoming a Target
If increase in state sales, income taxes pass, maybe additional taxes won't focus on them.
GOP Convention's Brief Activity Monday All About Debt
Debt clock meant to illustrate the administration's "fiscal recklessness."
Poll: Americans Both Admire and Dislike the Rich
Guys, it's called "envy." There's a word for it and everything.
Refinery Blast Could Harm Chavez's Re-election Efforts
Assuming he doesn't steal the election, of course.
Romney Distances From Rigid GOP Abortion Stance
Pretty much any position is more forgiving than the Republican Party platform
Blues Traveler Frontman Shares His Libertarian Views
"If you're pro-gun and pro-gay marriage, what line do you stand in?" asks John Popper
Ron Paul Supporters Tear Into GOP for Alienating Hispanics
You can't court voters at the same time you're vilifying them
Raining on Romney
Mitt Romney is finding ways to tell us about his plans for the country even if Republicans aren't willing to risk getting damp to hear about it.
"Anarchist" Soldiers Arrested for Murder
Georgia-based troops allegedly planned anti-government attacks
Isaac's Slow Pace Makes Storm Especially Dangerous
It sticks around to give the landscape a pummeling
Ron Paul Hands Torch to Next Generation of Libertarians
Young activists, many brought in to the movement by Paul, prepare to take the reins
Did the GOP Pick Tampa Because of the Strippers? And Did Romney Pick Ryan Because of His Hard-Bod?
We're just asking questions...and wondering about the P90X insanity!
Whole Police Force Laid Off in the Garden State
Officials from Camden, NJ made the decision because of budget restraints
France Cites Chemical Weapons as a Reason to Intervene in Syria
Hollande has reiterated his support for 'legitimate' intervention
Most Americans Predict an Obama Victory
Only thirty six percent of Americans think Romney will win in November
Romney Camp Says He Will Cut Funding For Some Government Agencies
Specifics still left wanting
Xenophobic Sentiments on the Rise in Greece
Racist parties like Golden Dawn are enjoying increased support
European Ruling on Irish Abortion Law Scheduled For September
Woman claims her rights were violated as she had to leave Ireland for an abortion
France Pledges to Recognize a Provisional Government if the Syrian Rebels Choose to Establish One
Hollande is the first western leader to make such a declaration
GOP Oracle Predicts Huge Akin Loss
Karl Rove has predicted that Akin will lose by a record-breaking margin
Israel Threatens Lebanon
Netanyahu has said that he may order stikes if Hezbollah does not cease "provocations"
Democrats Helped Akin Win Nomination, Claims Barbour
The Former Mississippi Governor said,"This guy won the nomination on a Democratic dirty trick,"
Syrian Rebels Being Trained By US and UK in Turkey
Consultant claims the program is not for "king-making"
Nigeria is in Talks With Jihadists
The government has said it is in talks with Boko Haram, but doubts remain over who is actually speaking for each side
Spain in Worse Than Expected Economic Situation
All aid made available in June will be used
Catholic Church: Right-Wing Pawn or Left-Wing Front Group?
Political enthusiasts are by turns infuriated and delighted by the church.
Mursi Appoints Christians
Two coptic christians have been appointed presidential assistants
